SPECIAL REPORT: 19 years of courage in Bawku: Meet the teacher who refused to leave
By Peter Agengre In the troubled heart of Bawku, where conflict has disrupted lives and driven many to flee, one individual has bravely chosen to remain. Our Upper East Regional Correspondent, Peter Agengre, shares the inspiring tale of a dedicated teacher whose unwavering resolve shines as a beacon of hope amidst the uncertainty. Located in […]
The Ghanaian Harmony: How Religious Coexistence Illuminates Our National Beauty
By: Hawa Mutawakilu, a freelance journalist As the calendar pages turn towards the luminous glow of Christmas, the world often pauses to reflect on themes of peace, goodwill, and shared humanity. For many nations, this seasonal contemplation is necessary because coexistence remains a difficult aspiration. However, in the heart of West Africa, we, as Ghanaians, […]
ICU Ghana pledges to safeguard interests of workers in the New Year
By Bright Agamah The Industrial and Commercial Workers’ Union (ICU-Ghana) has renewed its commitment to protecting the interests of Ghanaian workers, particularly in ensuring fair and adequate pay going into the New Year. While recognizing the government’s efforts, it stresses that more must be done to address the needs of ordinary workers and Ghanaians who […]
Music, Beach, and Church: Accra’s Christmas Eve Triple Celebrations
By Sharon Zoe Williams Christmas Eve in Accra was a night to remember, with the city pulsating with energy and excitement. The streets were abuzz with revelers, and the air was filled with the sweet scent of festive cheer. As the clock struck 5 PM, the Accra Sports Stadium transformed into a sea of vibrant […]
GoldBod denies reports of $214m losses under gold-for-reserves programme
By Ashiadey Dotse The Ghana Gold Board (GoldBod) has rejected claims that Ghana lost 214 million dollars under the gold-for-reserves programme, describing the reports as false and misleading. The Chief Executive Officer of GoldBod, Sammy Gyamfi, said the board has not made any losses since it was established. Instead, he said GoldBod recorded profits in […]
I didn’t bite Jonathan Tetteh – Freezy Macbones
Light-heavyweight boxer Seth Gyimah, popularly known as Freezy Macbones, has denied allegations that he bit his opponent, Jonathan Tetteh, during their bout at the University of Ghana Sports Stadium over the weekend. The UK-based boxer was penalised during the fight after an incident in which he was accused of biting Tetteh, also known as Worldwide. […]
Full text: Constitution Review Committee submits final report with proposed amendments
The Constitution Review Committee (CRC) has submitted its final report to President John Dramani Mahama, proposing wide-ranging amendments to Ghana’s 1992 Constitution. Read full report here: More details here
Ghana’s ‘Operation Recover All Loot’ intensifies as top politicians face prison
By: Nana Karikari, Senior Global Affairs Correspondent The Attorney-General and Minister for Justice of Ghana, Hon. Dr.Dominic Akuritinga Ayine, has signaled a rigorous start to the 2026 legal year by moving to prosecute two prominent political figures. Bernard Antwi Boasiako, the Ashanti Regional Chairman of the opposition New Patriotic Party (NPP) known as Chairman Wontumi, […]
Paa Kow: Ghanaian drummer and composer reportedly passes on
Internationally acclaimed Ghanaian drummer and composer Paa Kow has reportedly died on Tuesday, December 23, 2025, leaving the country’s music community in shock. The news was announced by American jazz trumpeter Brad Goode, a longtime collaborator of Paa Kow, on Facebook. The cause of death is not yet known. Goode described him as “our beloved […]
President Mahama extends Christmas greetings and urges unity to revive economy
By Sharon Zoe Williams President John Mahama has extended his Christmas greetings to Ghanaians, urging unity and collective effort to revive the country’s economy under the Resetting Ghana Agenda. In his message, the President expressed his excitement and gratitude for the trust placed in his leadership, marking his first Christmas as the “come-back President” of […]
Ghana assures justice for student who died in Latvia – Foreign Affairs Minister
By Hannah Dadzie Minister of Foreign Affairs, Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa, has assured the family of a Ghanaian student, Nana Agyei Ahyia, of the government’s commitment to pursuing justice following his death in Latvia. In a Facebook post, Mr. Ablakwa said he invited the bereaved family to a meeting at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs in […]
Ban MPs from serving as Ministers and cap ministerial positions at 57 – CRC report
By Sarah Baafi The Constitutional Review Committee, chaired by Professor H. Kwasi Prempeh, has proposed sweeping changes to how presidents appoint ministers, including a ban on sitting Members of Parliament serving as ministers and a hard cap on the total number of ministerial positions. In its final report submitted to President John Dramani Mahama, the […]
Presidential elections should be held in first week of November – CRC Report
By Sarah Baafi The Constitution Review Committee, chaired by Professor H. Kwasi Prempeh, has recommended that Ghana’s presidential elections be held in the first week of November instead of December in election years. Presenting its final report to President John Mahama at the Jubilee House on Monday, December 22, the committee said the change would […]
GJA commends journalists for resilience and service to democracy
By Rebecca Ampah President of the Ghana Journalists Association (GJA), Albert Kwabena Dwumfour, has praised journalists across the country for their dedication, resilience, and unwavering commitment to truth, describing their work as central to Ghana’s democratic journey. Speaking at the 3rd GJA Dinner Night held at the Ghana International Press Centre, Mr. Dwumfour said the […]
